fruity
adj.adj. having a strong taste or smell of fruit. In some informal situations, it can also describe a voice that sounds deep and rich.
adj. resembling or containing the flavour or aroma of fruit. When describing a voice, it refers to a resonant, rich, and slightly theatrical quality.
This wine has a very fruity taste.
The chef added a splash of vinegar to balance the fruity sweetness of the berry sauce.
The actor's fruity baritone filled the small theatre, lending an air of unintended comedy to the more serious scenes of the play.
From fruit + -y.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Usage
Typically used as a gradable adjective; often follows linking verbs like 'taste', 'smell', or 'sound'.
Last updated May 7, 2026